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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Cordarrelle Patterson vs MarShawn LloydWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 6.8 PPG to Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

MarShawn Lloyd is the better fantasy play this season.

This one is genuinely close. MarShawn Lloyd edges Cordarrelle Patterson by 1.3 PPG, but both are in the same production tier. The decision comes down to weekly matchup, not season-long resume. If you are choosing between them in a draft, MarShawn Lloyd goes slightly earlier based on volume, but do not reach for the difference.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBPittsburgh Steelers#99

Cordarrelle Patterson

PPG

5.5

Games

Rush Yds

225

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

142

Bye

Week 9

RBGreen Bay Packers#99PPG LEADER

MarShawn Lloyd

PPG

6.8

Games

Rush Yds

325

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

112

Bye

Week 10

The Edge Chart

Cordarrelle Patterson

MarShawn Lloyd

Head to Head

5.5 PPG6.8 PPG

15 GP12 GP

Bye: Week 9Bye: Week 10

Fantasy Tiers

Cordarrelle Patterson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). MarShawn Lloyd: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Cordarrelle Patterson is producing at 25% of elite pace and MarShawn Lloyd at 31%. These two are close enough in the rankings that weekly matchup should dictate your start.

Cordarrelle Patterson vs MarShawn Lloyd: The Full Breakdown

Cordarrelle Patterson (5.5 PPG) and MarShawn Lloyd (6.8 PPG) produced nearly identical fantasy numbers in 2025. When two running backs are this close on a per-game basis, the weekly matchup matters more than the season-long resume. Cordarrelle Patterson played 15 games for the Pittsburgh Steelers; MarShawn Lloyd suited up 12 times for the Green Bay Packers.

A 1.3-point per-game gap over a full season is essentially noise. It means one extra catch, one fewer target, or a single broken play away from flipping the script. For a weekly start/sit call between these two, matchup analysis matters far more than the season line.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Cordarrelle Patterson ran for 225 yards and 2 touchdowns; MarShawn Lloyd posted 325 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: Cordarrelle Patterson sits Week 9 while MarShawn Lloyd is off Week 10. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Cordarrelle Patterson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. MarShawn Lloyd (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•MarShawn Lloyd outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by a projected 22 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Cordarrelle Patterson played 15 games in 2025 compared to MarShawn Lloyd's 12. That durability gap means Cordarrelle Patterson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Cordarrelle Patterson scored 3 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.2 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Cordarrelle Patterson vs MarShawn Lloyd: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Cordarrelle Patterson	MarShawn Lloyd
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.5	6.8
Games Played	15	12
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	83	82
Rushing Yards	225	325
Rush Yds/Game	15.0	27.1
Rushing TDs	2	3
Receptions	18	16
Receiving Yards	142	112
Targets	0	0
Total TDs	3	3
Bye Week	Week 9	Week 10

Summary

Based on 2025 production, MarShawn Lloyd holds the PPG edge with low-end output at 6.8 points per game. Cordarrelle Patterson averaged 5.5 PPG. Season averages are a starting point, not the final word. For a full AI analysis factoring matchup quality, recent form, injury impact, and game script, download DraftCall and get a verdict backed by real data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Cordarrelle Patterson or MarShawn Lloyd in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, MarShawn Lloyd has the edge at 6.8 PPG compared to Cordarrelle Patterson's 5.5 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Cordarrelle Patterson and MarShawn Lloyd average in 2025?▾

Cordarrelle Patterson averaged 5.5 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 15 games in 2025. MarShawn Lloyd averaged 6.8 PPG over 12 games. That is a difference of 1.3 points per game.

When are Cordarrelle Patterson and MarShawn Lloyd's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Cordarrelle Patterson (PIT) has a bye in Week 9, and MarShawn Lloyd (GB) has a bye in Week 10. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Cordarrelle Patterson or MarShawn Lloyd a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

MarShawn Lloyd outscored Cordarrelle Patterson by 1.3 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.